The Materials Science and Technology conference opened on Sunday in Columbus, Ohio. More than 3,000 materials scientists, engineers, and students will attend. In addition, ACerS holds its Annual Meeting during MS&T. Here is a quick glimpse at the Sunday and Monday activities.

ACerS president Kathleen Richardson (right corner) with the President’s Council of Student Advisors on Saturday. Credit: ACerS

Bill Carty, chair of the new Manufacturing Division, reports on the Division’s activities at Sunday’s Division Leaders meeting. Credit: ACerS

President’s Council of Student Advisors delegates at the Women in Science reception. Credit: ACerS

ACerS lounge – a popular meeting place. Credit: ACerS

Keramos inducted its 10,000th member and celebrated its centennial anniversary at a special reception on Sunday. These students were among many who were there. Credit: ACerS